Covelong Beach Travel Guide
Chennai
Visit Covelong Beach
Popular places to visit
Madras Crocodile Bank Trust
See the exotic and native animals who live at Madras Crocodile Bank Trust during your travels in Tirupporur. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Marina Beach
Relaxed walks, pretty sunrises, elaborate entertainment, traditional Indian street food and historical landmarks make this one of Chennai’s liveliest beaches.
ECR Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at ECR Beach during your travels in Chennai? Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Neelankarai Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Neelankarai Beach during your trip to Chennai?
Kapaleeswarar Temple
Marvel at the Dravidian architecture of this centuries-old temple, spot intricately carved figurines, watch devotees pray and experience a lively Hindu festival.
Mamallapuram Beach
Enjoy the atmosphere of Mahabalipuram's central beach, which is alive with historic temples, stone carving stalls and a thriving backpacker scene.
Things to do
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Chennai to Pondicherry 2-Day Vehicle Hire for Local Sightseeing
Chennai: Private Day Tour with Transportation and Tickets
Chennai to Taj Mahal and Agra Same Day Tour with Return Flights
Total Chennai city tour in Private car with guide & lunch by Wonder tours
Mahabalipuram Temple and Beach Day Tour from Chennai
Top hotels in Covelong Beach
Taj Fisherman's Cove Resort & Spa, Chennai
""The staff here is friendly, and the breakfast buffet was excellent! However, the property itself feels a bit run-down and is in need of some modern updates.""
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort & Spa
"The property is good but not upto the standards of a 5 star stay. Probably as they were over booked. Also, the sea view rooms aren't as one would expect to experience a sea view, the distance from the sea is great & the price one pays for the view, is not worth it ... So, better to go for the normal ..."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The Leela Palace Chennai
"One of the best hotels in Chennai...spacios rooms. Very nice reception. Young team was great."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Park Chennai
"The hotel was good, rooms were somewhat well maintained but room service was terrible if a service was requested it takes hours for staff to respond, at a point we had to call the operator 5 times to remind them about the request. They have a in house PUB which were noisy for guest occupying the ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Taj Club House
"Clean room. Helpful staff and central location"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
ITC Grand Chola, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chennai
Where to stay in Covelong Beach
T Nagar
Travellers come to T Nagar for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Pondy Bazaar and Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam Temple while you're in town.
Nungambakkam
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Nungambakkam. You might want to make time for a stop at Valluvar Kottam or SDAT Tennis Stadium.
Mahabalipuram Beach
Mahabalipuram Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mamallapuram Beach and Pancha Pandava Rathas.
Anna Nagar
While Anna Nagar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ampa Skywalk Mall and Vadapalani Murugan Temple.
Central Chennai
The churches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Central Chennai. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Fort St. George are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Washermanpet Metro Station or Mannadi Metro Station to get around the larger area.
